SWK 1100 - Careers in Social Work

Institution:

Aurora University

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Description:

4 semester hours Designed for the undergraduate student considering a major in the profession of social work or who holds an interest in volunteer community service. Explores the nature of helping relationships, social justice, and the empowerment of individuals, families, and communities. Covers the mission, values, philosophy, knowledge base, roles, and skills as well as the nature of professional education itself. Course includes a service learning component. This course, when completed along with SWK2100 Social Work in American Society constitutes the equivalent of SWK3100, Introduction to Social Work for social work majors. No prerequisites. Meets General Education "Knowing Ourselves and Others" Group A requirement.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.aurora.edu

Phone Number:

(630) 892-6431

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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